This manual contains notices you have to observe in order to ensure your personal safety, as well as to prevent
damage to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert
symbol, notices referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are
graded according to the degree of danger.
Danger
indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken.
Warning
indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.
Caution
with a safety alert symbol, indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.
Caution
without a safety alert symbol, indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.
Notice
indicates that an unintended result or situation can occur if the corresponding information is not taken into
account.
If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will
be used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to
property damage.
Qualified Personnel
The device/system may only be set up and used in conjunction with this documentation. Commissioning and
operation of a device/system may only be performed by qualified personnel. Within the context of the safety notes
in this documentation qualified persons are defined as persons who are authorized to commission, ground and
label devices, systems and circuits in accordance with established safety practices and standards.
Prescribed Usage
Note the following:
Warning
This device may only be used for the applications described in the catalog or the technical description and only in
connection with devices or components from other manufacturers which have been approved or recommended by
Siemens. Correct, reliable operation of the product requires proper transport, storage, positioning and assembly
as well as careful operation and maintenance.
Trademarks
All names identified by ® are registered trademarks of the Siemens AG. The remaining trademarks in this
publication may be trademarks whose use by third parties for their own purposes could violate the rights of the
owner.
Disclaimer of Liability
We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency with the hardware and software
described. Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the
information in this publication is reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections are included in subsequent
editions.
Siemens AG
Automation and Drives
Postfach 48 48
90437 NÜRNBERG
GERMANY
14.1 General problems..................................................................................................................... 14-1
14.2 Problems when Using Modules of Third-party Manufacturers................................................. 14-2
14.3 Temperature limits ................................................................................................................... 14-3
15 Technical data ...................................................................................................................................... 15-1
15.1 General technical data ............................................................................................................. 15-1
15.2 Power requirements of the components .................................................................................. 15-8
15.3 Device with AC voltage supply................................................................................................. 15-9
15.4 Device with DC voltage supply .............................................................................................. 15-10
17.6.9 Version menu ......................................................................................................................... 17-64
17.6.10 Exit menu ............................................................................................................................... 17-65
A Appendix.................................................................................................................................................A-1
A.1 Certificates and guidelines.........................................................................................................A-1
A.1.1 Guidelines and declarations....................................................................................................... A-1
A.1.2 Certificates and approvals ......................................................................................................... A-3
A.1.3 Electrostatic charging of individuals...........................................................................................A-5
A.2 Additional support ...................................................................................................................... A-6
B ESD directives........................................................................................................................................B-1
These operating instructions contain all the information you need for commissioning and
using the SIMATIC Panel PC 877.
It is intended both for programming and testing personnel who commission the device and
connect it with other units (automation systems, programming devices), as well as for service
and maintenance personnel who install add-ons or carry out fault/error analyses.
Required basic knowledge
A solid background in personal computers and Microsoft operating systems is required to
understand this manual. General knowledge in the field of automation control engineering is
recommended.
Scope of this manual
This manual applies to devices with the order numbers 6AV781.…
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Approvals
For more information, please refer to the chapter "Certificates and Guidelines" in the
appendix.
CE marking
For more information, please refer to "Directives and Declarations" in the "Certificates and
Guidelines" section of the appendix.
Standards
Please refer to sections "Application planning" and "Technical data".
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Foreword
1.1 Overview
Position in the information landscape
The documentation for the Panel PC includes the following sections:
• SIMATIC Panel PC 877, Operating Instructions (compact) with the following information:
– Commissioning
– Legal information
• SIMATIC Panel PC 877, Operating Instructions
The documentation is supplied with the Panel PC in electronic form as a PDF file on the
"Documentation and Drivers" CD. The documentation is available in German, English,
French, Italian and Spanish.
Additional information about the Windows operating system is available on the Internet at the
Microsoft homepage at http://www.Microsoft.com.
Conventions
The following text notation will facilitate reading this manual:
Representation Validity
"File"
"File > Edit" Operational sequences, e.g., menu commands/shortcut menu
<F1>, <Shift>+<F1> Keys and key combinations
• Terminology that occurs in the user interface, e.g., dialog
names, tabs, buttons, menu commands
• Required parameters such as limit values, tag values
• Path information
commands.
Trademarks
The term "Panel PC 877", "control unit" and "computer unit" is uniformly referred to as the
"device" in these operating instructions. The full term is only used when a concrete reference
is necessary.
Note
A note is important information about the product, handling the product or a reference to
specific sections of the documentation that require special consideration.
All names labeled with ® symbol are registered trademarks of Siemens AG. Other names
used in this documentation may be trademarks, the use of which by third parties for their
own purposes could violate the rights of the owner.
In the event of a device fault, interrupt the power supply immediately. Inform the customer
service personnel responsible. Malfunctions can occur when the operator controls or power
cable are damaged or when liquids or foreign objects penetrate the device.
Warning
Following the results of a risk analysis, additional protection equipment on the machine or
the system is necessary to avoid endangering persons. With this, especially the
programming, configuration and wiring of the inserted I/O modules have to be executed, in
accordance with the necessary risk analysis identified safety performance (SIL, PL or Cat.).
The intended use of the device has to be ensured.
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The proper use of the device has to be verified with a function test on the system. With this
programming, configuration and wiring errors can be identified. The test results have to be
documented and if necessary inserted into the relevant inputs.
Note
This device corresponds to the regulations of the EU low-voltage directive and the GPSG,
verified by conformity with national and international standards (DIN EN, IEC) by a UL
approval (cULuc). Please comply with all the information in these operating instructions
when assembling the device.
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Foreword
2.1 Safety information
Electrical connection
Warning
Disconnect the device from the mains before every intervention.
Do not touch power lines or data transmission lines during electrical storms and do not
connect any cables.
System expansions
Only install system expansion devices designed for this device. If you install other
expansions, you may damage the system or violate the safety requirements and regulations
for radio frequency interference suppression. Contact your technical support team or where
you purchased your PC to find out which system expansion devices may safely be installed.
Caution
If you install or exchange system expansions and damage your device, the warranty
becomes void.
High frequency radiation
Caution
Unintentional operating situations
High frequency radiation, e.g. from cell phones, can cause unintentional operating situations
under some circumstances. Further information is available in the section "EMC
requirements" of the "Technical data" chapter.
Warning
Danger of explosion and the release of harmful substances!
Do not throw lithium batteries into fire, do not solder onto the cell body, do not open, do not
short circuit, do not reverse pole, do not heat above 100 °C, dispose of according to
regulations, and protect from direct sunlight, moisture and condensation.
Replace lithium batteries with the same brand or a brand recommended by the
manufacturer.
Dispose of used lithium batteries as hazardous waste, individually, in accordance with the
local regulations.
Repairs
Only authorized personnel are permitted to repair the device.
Warning
Unauthorized opening of and improper repairs to the device may result in substantial
damage to equipment or endanger the user.
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2.2 General information
2.2 2.2 General information
Overview
Transport
Caution
The device is approved for operation in closed rooms only. The guarantee is void if this
stipulation is ignored.
Avoid extreme environmental operating conditions. Protect your device against dust,
moisture and heat. For additional information, refer to the Technical data.
Do not place the device in direct sunlight.
Unpack the device at its installation location. Transport the device only in the original
packaging. Do not transport the device when it is mounted.
Notice
Adhere to these stipulations each time the device is transported, otherwise the guarantee is
void.
Caution
Condensation
When transporting the device at low temperatures, ensure that no moisture gets on or into
the device. This also applies if the device is subjected to extreme changes in temperature.
Commissioning
Allow the device to slowly adjust to room temperature before commissioning the device. Do
no place the device near heat radiation. If moisture condensation occurs, wait at least 12
hours before you switch on the device.
Vibration
Optical drives are sensitive to vibration. Inadmissible vibration during operation may result in
loss of data or damage to the drive or data medium.
Before transporting the device, wait at least 20 seconds to allow the drive to stop completely.
Please check regularly if updates and hotfixes are available for download to your device.
Downloads are available on the Internet at http://www.siemens.com/asis under "Support".
Click on "Software Tools & Downloads" on "Overview Panel PCs" Using the global search
function, you can then also search for any downloads you require.
Processor and optical drive
Notice
An optical drive should only be operated in a mechanically undisturbed environment without
vibrations and shock.
Safety-relevant applications
Warning
Maloperation
Do not perform safety-relevant functions of the user software with the touch screen.
Chemical stability
Caution
Adhere to the information regarding chemical resistance of the panel front. Please go to
http://www.siemens.com/asis under "Tools & Downloads" for more information. Enter the
article ID 16532108 as the search term. The available articles are displayed.
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2.2 General information
Sources of light
Notice
Position the screen so that it is not subject to direct sunlight or other strong sources of light.
Defective pixels in the display
At present, the manufacturing process of modern displays does not guarantee that all pixels
of the display will be perfect. A small number of defective pixels in the display is therefore
unavoidable. This does not present a functional problem as long as the defective pixels are
not bunched in one location.
Further information is available in the section "General technical data" of the "Technical
data" chapter.
Burn-in dffect on TFT displays
A permanent picture with bright images can lead to a burn-in effect on the TFT LCD.
If a screen saver is activated, please observe the following:
• The liquid crystals in screen savers which actuate active black when the backlighting is
on, e.g. flying stars "starfield simulation," renew themselves. Pay attention to the length of
time the backlighting is activated
• The following applies to screen savers which turn off the the backlighting: Each time the
backlighting is turned on, its life is reduced by 50 minutes.
Disk drive Floppy disk drive
Interfaces
PROFIBUS/MPI 12 Mbps, electrically isolated, compatible to CP 5611
Ethernet 10/100 Mbit/s, RJ45
USB 2x USB 2.0, high current
Serial COM1 V.24, COM2 V.24
Parallel LPT1
Monitor 1 x DVI-I
Keyboard PS/2
Mouse PS/2
• 2x PCI long
• 2x PCI/ISA shared long
• 1x ISA long
• Note: The RAID1 option takes one PCI slot.
Graphics memory 8, 16 or 32 MB taken from main memory
CRT:
• up to 1600 x 1200 pixels, 60 Hz,16-bit color depth
• up to 1280 x 1024 pixels, 100 Hz,32-bit color depth
• LCD:
• LVDS or DVI up to 1280 x 1024 / 18-bit TFT
VGA monitors can be connected with a DVI/VGA adapter, to be
purchased separately.
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Description
3.2 Technical features
Configuration options
Power supply
Processor
Main memory 2-socket SDRAM DDR266: 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB
Hard disks
Disk drive
Operating system Without
• 100V/240V AC, 360 W; wide range; with bridgin
brief power failures in accordance with NAMUR:
maximum 20 ms at 0.85 x U
• 24 V DC, 265 VA, optional, only in connection with
Intel ® Pentium Mobile
• Intel ® Celeron 2 GHz,
400 MHz Front Side Bus FSB,
1024 Kbytes Second Level Cache
• Intel ® Pentium 4 2.8 GHz,
533 MHz Front Side Bus FSB,
512 Kbytes Second Level Cache
• Intel ® Pentium 4 Mobile 2.2 GHz,
400 MHz Front Side Bus FSB,
512 Kbytes Second Level Cache
• 1 x 3.5" hard disk ≥ 40 GB
• 1 x 3.5" hard disk ≥ 80 GB
• 2 x 2.5'' hard disks ≥ 60 GB with RAID 1 system SATA
• Without
• DVD-ROM
• CD-RW/DVD drive
Preinstalled, also provided on the Restore DVD and Microsoft
Recovery CD
• Windows 2000 Professional MUI*
• Windows XP Professional MUI*
*MUI: Multi-lingual user interface; German, English, French, Italian,
Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese simplified and Chinese
traditional
This section describes the first steps after unpackaging, the permitted mounting positions
and the fixation. This section describes the necessary considerations for EMC.
Field of application
The Panel PC is an industry-standard PC platform for demanding tasks in the field of PCbased automation. The Panel PC is designed for on-site use on the machine, installed for
example in:
• Switchgear cabinet installation
• Swivel arm installation
• Rack installation
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Note
In the following, the term "switchgear cabinet" also refers to rack, mounting rack,
switchboard, operator panel and console. The term "device" represents the Panel PC and
its variants.
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Application planning
4.2 Unpacking and checking the delivery
4.2 4.2 Unpacking and checking the delivery
Procedure
1. Please check the packaging material for transport damage upon delivery.
2. If any transport damage is present at the time of delivery, lodge a complaint at the
shipping company in charge. Have the shipper confirm the transport damage
immediately.
3. Unpack the device.
Caution
Do not lie the device on its back. This will avoid any damage to an optical drive which
may be present. Lie the front side on a soft surface to avoid damaging the front panel
USB port.
4. Keep the packaging material in case you have to transport the unit again.
Notice
The packaging protects the device during transport and storage. Therefore, never
dispose of the original packaging material!
5. Please keep the enclosed documentation in a safe place. You will need the
documentation when you start up the device for the first time.
6. Check the package contents for completeness and any visible transport damage. Check
for completeness using the enclosed scope of delivery list.
7. Should the contents of the package be incomplete or damaged, please inform the
responsible supply service immediately and fax us the enclosed form "SIMATIC IPC/PG
quality control report".
Warning
Make sure that a damaged device is not installed nor put into operation.
8. Note the identification information as described in the chapter "Identification data of the
device".
1. Write down the Microsoft Windows Product Key of the Certificate of Authenticity COA in
the table at the end of this section. The COA label is only present in preinstalled Windows
2000 Professional or XP Professional and is affixed to the back of the device. You will
need the product key during the reinstallation of the operating system.
Figure 4-1 COA label, example
2. Write down the manufacturer's number SVP and the order number, for example "6AV...",
and enter it in the table. If repairs are necessary, the device can be identified by the
service center on the basis of the SVP number and order number.
Both numbers are located on the rating label on the computer unit at the top of the fan
side.
Figure 4-2 Panel PC 877 rating plate, example
3. Enter the Ethernet address of the device: The Ethernet address is located in the "Main"
menu of the BIOS setup, "Hardware Options > Ethernet Address."
Identification Number
1 Microsoft Windows Product Key COA
2 SVP number
3 Order number of the device
4 Ethernet address
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Application planning
4.4 Mounting Positions and Fastening
4.4 4.4 Mounting Positions and Fastening
4.4.1 Installation guidelines
Before installing the device, read the following general notes relating to installation.
Warning
Danger, high voltage
Isolate the power supply to the switchgear cabinet before opening it. Ensure that the power
to the switchgear cabinet cannot be turned on accidentally.
Caution
The device is approved for operation in closed rooms only.
• Ensure that the protective contact socket of the building installation is easily accessible
and that there is a mains disconnect switch in switchgear cabinet installations.
• Position the screen in an ergonomic position favorable to the user. Choose a suitable
installation height.
• Position the screen so that it is not subject to direct sunlight or other strong sources of
light.
• Optical drives are susceptible to shock. Shocks during operation can lead to the loss of
data or damage to the drive or data carrier. Optical drives are not only suitable for
continuous operation.
• Applies to devices which are installed in swivel arm housings: Avoid rapid or jerky
movements of the swivel arm during operation. The ensuing forces could lead to possible
irreversible damage of the hard disk.
The stops of the swivel arm must be damped in order to avoid any mechanical shock
effect to the Panel PC on attachment.
• Applies to devices which are installed in cabinet doors: Prevent the doors being slammed
shut. The ensuing forces could lead to possible irreversible damage of the hard disk.
• The device wtih DC power supply applies in the area of the computer unit and above all
the power supply connection in accordance with the UL approval as "open type" or "open
equipment". For this reason, the device must be installed in a control cabinet or housing
that complies with fire-proofing requirements
Note
The computer unit with AC power supply satisfies fire protection requirements to
EN60950-1. It may therefore be installed without additional fire-proofing measures.
• Provide adequate volume in the switchgear cabinet for air circulation and heat transport.
Keep at least 10 cm distance between the device and switchgear cabinet.
• Ensure that the maximum air intake temperature, measured 10 cm before the air intake
opening on the fan, does not exceed 45°C. The maximum air intake temperature must be
accounted for especially when sizing closed switchgear cabinets.
• The minimum distance between the device and the housing is 10 cm on the air output
side at the fan.
• Position the device in such a way that the air vents of the housing are not covered up
following mounting.
• Ensure there is enough free space in the switchgear cabinet to allow the sheet metal
cover to be removed. You will otherwise have to remove the device from the switchgear
cabinet or swivel arm when replacing memory or the battery.
• Provide enough free space to add on to the device.
• Equip the switchgear cabinet with struts for stabilizing the mounting cut-out. Install struts
where necessary.
• Avoid extreme environmental operating conditions. Protect your device against dust,
moisture and heat.
• Install the device in such a way (see Chapter
danger, e.g. by falling over.
• During assembly, please comply with the approved installation positions.
Technical specifications
) that it poses no
Notice
If you mount the device in an impermissible installation position or you do not observe the
environmental conditions (see Chapter
product safety provided by the UL-approval and compliance with the low-voltage directive
(via EN 60950-1). In additional, the functionality of the device is no longer guaranteed.
Technical specifications
), you endanger the
For additional information, refer to the dimension diagrams in the appendix.
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4.4 Mounting Positions and Fastening
4.4.2 Permitted mounting positions
Approval
Certain mounting positions are approved for the equipment that comprises one control unit
and one computer unit.
Permitted mounting positions
r
r
Vertical installation with deviations between +20° and -20° in the given directions is
permissible.